General Trades Tech -Chatham

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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of repair, maintenance and cleaning of buildings and related structures.

M-F Work Schedule-Excellent Benefits-13 Paid Holidays

All Coastal Health District, County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

• Operates trade related tools and equipment
• Performs basic and skilled painting, carpentry, and roofing tasks
• Performs general maintenance, cleaning and repair work on facilities and equipment
• Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines operate smoothly, efficiently and physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
• Repairs and performs maintenance on plumbing fixtures, lighting, air vents and air conditioning units and facilities
• Wears safety equipment and observes all safety practices and regulations
• Grounds upkeep, inspect lawn sprinkler system for leaks
• Assist with emergency response
• Maintains and stocks equipment and supplies as needed
• Other duties as assigned

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 1 (FET
030) or position equivalent.

Preferred:
Three plus year of general maintenance experience, basic plumbing/electrical knowledge, previous experience in Public Health/Healthcare setting.

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit /

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plan)

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about the Coastal Health District
- Public Health visit - https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted via email by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Reference Checks & Immunizations Required